Electromyographic changes in a patient with hypocalcemia after thyroidectomy: A case report

Abstract

Hypocalcemia is a rather uncommon condition that may be encountered in the outpatient setting. It may be associated with a wide range of clinical symptoms and signs. It is unclear that the primary cause of symptom is hypocalcemia, as these symptoms are usually discrete and ambiguous. Signs of muscle cramp and tetany are considered the expressions of overexcitability of peripheral nerves or central nervous system in case of hypocalcemia in the nerve. In this case, we present a 59-year-old female who presented with persistent muscle cramp and pain of both upper and lower extremities and underwent an investigation that revealed electromyographic changes due to hypocalcemia during an electromyographic study.

Recurrent Severe Spasmophylia from Hypocalcaemia: A Case Report

“…Both inherited and acquired factors can lead to hypoparathyroidism. The acquired type frequently results from the removal of the parathyroid gland during neck procedures (4,6).…”

“…Hypoparathyroidism can be either inherited or acquired following a surgery that reduces the functions of the parathyroid gland (3). Manifesting with a wide spectrum of clinical symptoms and signs, hypocalcemia commonly leads to fatigue, numbness, and muscle spasms (4). In severe cases, it can lead to arrhythmias and seizures.…”